Football programs are far more than year they play in. Personally I think that the average fan is able to see that we are a possible P5 if not deserving P5. I could be wrong but then it doesn't matter. They're not the ones deciding. Yeah maybe they see Kalani and laugh a little but that's OK. Maybe they'll do their research.
I'll agree it's a tiny bit arrogant that he said that with his performance- but putting aside the game he has good reason to say it.